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Truck-involved drug smuggling bust: Four arrests | ELD exemption denied

Florida officials observed drivers using tractor-trailers allegedly participating in a drug smuggling operation. Also: Texas flooding prompts emergency HOS relief; FMCSA denies non-profit's request for ELD, CDL exemptions.

July 17, 2026

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Seasonal deals on ActBest folding ebikes for OTR downtime

ActBest's steel-framed Summit folding ebike, among several in the company's compact foldable line for easy OTR storage, is going for half its list price this summer. It comes complete with front and rear suspension and a range above 60 miles, with 1,200W peak electric power.

July 17, 2026

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DOT, Homeland Security 'crack down' on 75 CDL schools suspected of fraud

DOT and Homeland Security Investigations said they found 75 CDL schools suspected of fraud, falsifying records, and failing to properly train drivers.

July 16, 2026

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Make truckers prove passenger authorization documentation: CVSA

Requiring written documentation in-cab, CVSA said, would help inspectors detect potential human trafficking. Also: 'First of its kind' mechanical runaway truck ramp now open in the median on Loop freeway near El Paso; more HOS relief in Nebraska.

July 15, 2026

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Indiana police recover $11M in stolen cargo in recent months

Indiana State Police troopers have recovered approximately 12 stolen loads worth more than $11 million since April. Also: New program from Carrier Transicold allows TRU replacement; WattEV opens new charging depot.

July 10, 2026

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Illegal haul leads to three arrests in Tennessee

A truck in Tennessee was caught hauling cocaine, resulting in search warrants in Nashville and seizure of 68 kg of cocaine. Also: Law enforcement applauds driver for post-crash actions; Kentucky keying in on speeding this month.

July 8, 2026

The operation and investigation, which also included the execution of multiple search warrants in Nashville, led to the seizure of 68 kilograms of cocaine, 36 firearms, three sets of body armor, one kilogram press used to pack drugs, and U.S. currency.

'Habitual offender' locked up after operating overweight dump truck with no CDL

With all the attention on CDL issuance, some 40,000 drive trucks without CDLs each year. New Hampshire's Habitual Offender program might just address the problem by offering jail time for real scofflaws.

July 8, 2026

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ICE lodges detainer for truck driver accused of causing fatal crash

The "illegal alien" driver from Haiti allegedly caused a crash that killed a Pennsylvania state trooper who was conducting a roadside inspection along I-81. Also: Hazmat blitz sidelines 61 trucks, 38 drivers; Colorado replacing weigh-in-motion scales.

July 6, 2026

Aerial view from a Pennsylvania DOT camera of the crash scene that resulted in the death of Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr.

Overdrive Radio

Small Fleet Champ: Last month to enter! And: Meet Mike Singleton, chroncling life OTR

On Overdrive Radio, a personal call to beat the July 31 deadline to compete in Overdrive's Small Fleet Championship, and: Former trucker Mike Singleton's story of OTR inspiration for his "Blacktop Chronicles" ongoing effort to give voice to trials and tribulations of working owners, drivers.

July 6, 2026

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Celebrating America's 250th: Patriotism, plenty pride for July 4

Join Overdrive in celebrating America's 250th birthday this July 4 weekend with some of the most patriotic rigs featured here in recent years.

July 3, 2026

The truck itself doesn't feature patriotic graphics, but owner Clifton Parsley's 'Heavy Hook' 2024 Peterbilt 389 tow truck can be seen at various truck shows throughout the year hoisting Old Glory high above the parking lot.

OTR downtime mobility, fitness: Pack an ebike in the truck

This maker of standard and compact folding ebikes for fairly simple storage on the truck announced steep discounts around America's 250th birthday this week.

July 2, 2026

Pictured here is the Mars 3.0 model, with a full suspension and cargo rack. The bike's max load is rated at 440 lbs., with electric range up to 65 miles. Listed at $1,800, the July 4 sales puts it at $1,200 as of this writing.

Hours of Service

Latest HOS relief petitions | Stay vigilant for cargo thieves through July 4 holiday

Freight theft activity is expected to increase between today and early next week as reduced staffing, facility closures and staged freight are more common during the holiday period. Also: Hazmat cleanup company petitions FMCSA for hours-of-service waiver; railroad emergency response company seeks HOS relief.

July 1, 2026

CargoNet analyzed 256 thefts, occurring between July 1 and July 7 from 2021 through 2025. It found July 3 -- this year falling on Friday, a federal holiday -- had the most theft activity during that period before dipping the subsequent two days.

New truck crash stats show safety improved, even with more non-domiciled CDL drivers

2024 large truck crash statistics are out, and despite an urgent safety case from DOT about non-domiciled CDL drivers, fatality numbers are down. What's really going on?

June 30, 2026

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See why Vermont's Smuggler's Notch carries a $10K fine for trucks

See firsthand why Vermont has done everything in its power to keep trucks off the infamous Smuggler's Notch road, and why it'll cost you $10,000 if you try it anyway.

June 29, 2026

I-65 closures progressing in Louisville | Driver arrested, accused of cargo theft

Kentucky reopened a two-mile section of I-65 SB in Louisville, but through traffic should still use the official detour. Also: Suspected cargo thief truck driver arrested; Colorado planning new I-25 rest area; truck involved in single-vehicle crash was violating fleet's OOS order.

June 29, 2026

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Cuban driver who killed 5 in Texas sentenced to 20 years, deportation

Alexis Osmani Gonzalez-Companioni had logged 47 hours of drive time on an ELD that would later be revoked for a fleet run out of Uzbekistan, an NTSB investigation showed.

June 26, 2026

Fleet guilty in 'Five Families' gambling probe | 'Wildest catch' in MT roadside blitz

New Jersey-based Frasso Trucking pleaded guilty for its role in the operation of illegal poker games and an online sportsbook in association with the Lucchese crime family. Also: I-65 rest area to close for up to 2 years; 200 violations, 32 OOS orders in Montana blitz.

June 26, 2026

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Trash collector attacks logic behind FMCSA's non-domiciled ban

Waste Pro USA, a waste collection company, pokes holes in the government's argument for banning non-domiciled CDLs.

June 25, 2026

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Highway doubles down on ELD connections for carrier ID checks

Post-SCOTUS' liability ruling, brokers are demanding it, said a Highway company leader. For carriers doing business with brokers who use the Connect vetting system, it could mean new reason to deny non-ELD-connected truckers business.

2026 Small Fleet Champs Feature

Just two weeks left to compete for Small Fleet Champ: Enter here

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Never mind the rates: Small Fleet Champ TFX 'finding ways to be more efficient'

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Trucking's 2025 operating costs hit all-time high

How carrier vetting changed, before and after big SCOTUS ruling

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